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Amazon Offers $10 Discount on Physical Switch 2 Game Preorders Amid Price Shifts

May 1, 2026
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Amazon Offers $10 Discount on Physical Switch 2 Game Preorders Amid Price Shifts

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Following Nintendo's announcement that physical game editions will cost $10 more than digital versions starting July 2026, retailers Amazon and Walmart are providing $10 discounts on physical preorders for *Splatoon Raiders* and *Yoshi and the Mysterious Book*. While Nintendo cites differing production and distribution costs as the reason for the price gap between formats, these temporary sales allow consumers to purchase the titles at reduced rates before potential expiration.

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